Meeka Sheilou Balleras
Salinas
Summary
Detail-oriented Clinical Laboratory Scientist well-versed in performing tests such as urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, blood banking, and basic microbiology. Highly organized and diligent with a systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring more than 5 years of related experience to a challenging new role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Traveler)
Sutter Delta Medical Center
02.2023 - 02.2024
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Traveler)
Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Trained on: WASP, Vitros 5600 Integrated System, Sysmex UN-Series, ISED, STA R Max.
- LIS: Beaker
Medical Technologist (Molecular Specialist)
Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Trained on: GeneXpert II (Cepheid), GeneXpert Infinity(Cepheid), Panther Hologic, Beckman Coulter, Cobas 6800 Analyzer.
- Performed routine chemistry analysis for 500 samples per day
- Performed Sars-Cov-2 processing and analysis for 500 samples per day
- LIS: Cerner
Medical Technologist (Specialist)
Kuakini Medical Center
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Trained on: Beckman DxH 800 Hematology analyzer and Stago Compact
- Performed Hematology and Urinalysis for Geriatric patients
- Maintained laboratory equipment and troubleshoot problems
- LIS: Cerner
Medical Technologist (Generalist)
Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children, Clinical Labs of Hawaii
12.2017 - 10.2020
- Trained on: Beckman Coulter Access 2, Sysmex xn 100, Stago Compact, Clinitek, BioRad, Immunicor, Cobas 6000.
- Educational trainer for intern students and new laboratory personnel
- Maintained laboratory equipment and troubleshoot problems
- Responsible for laboratory inventories and ordering supplies
- Responsible for CAP survey data input
- LIS: Sunquest/Misys Laboratory
Laboratory Assistant
Kapiolani Medical Center, Clinical Labs of Hawaii
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Performed tasks by facilitating minimum of 50 patient blood draw every shift.
- Helped Medical technologist by accessioning and processing bio-samples
- Contacted physicians, nursing stations, or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
Education
Master of Healthcare Administration -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technologist
Saint Louis University
Skills
- Specimen analysis
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimen handling
- Documentation and reporting
Additional Information
- MLS (ASCPi)CM certificated Hawaii Licensed Medical Technologist California Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Generalist
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Traveler)
Sutter Delta Medical Center
02.2023 - 02.2024
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Traveler)
Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula
11.2021 - 11.2022
Medical Technologist (Molecular Specialist)
Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
11.2020 - 11.2021
Medical Technologist (Specialist)
Kuakini Medical Center
10.2020 - 06.2021
Medical Technologist (Generalist)
Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children, Clinical Labs of Hawaii
12.2017 - 10.2020
Laboratory Assistant
Kapiolani Medical Center, Clinical Labs of Hawaii
06.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technologist
Saint Louis University
Master of Healthcare Administration -
Western Governors University
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